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Andrea Jackson

Balancer · DISC type S
VP Merchandising at YM INC.
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Andrea is a results-driven merchandising executive with extensive experience in fast fashion apparel and accessories for major retailers like Sears and The Wet Seal. As VP of Merchandising, she develops profitable product strategies from private label to national brands. Described as diplomatic, inspiring, and charismatic, she earned her BA from Union College.

Beyond her corporate career, Andrea has a distinct passion for animal wellness, holding a professional certification as an Equine Body Worker. She also appears to have an entrepreneurial side, seeking domestic suppliers for a personal business venture, and follows major brands like The Walt Disney Company and Target.

She is a certified Equine Body Worker, a unique qualification that blends her corporate career with a passion for equine therapy.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
VP Merchandising
Job Level
Senior
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
Personality Overview

How Andrea shows up

Risk-Averse
Formal Mannered
Good Listener

They are confident about making long-term decisions. Even if it takes time, they prefer following the process. They are polite and respectful but practical.

Priorities

Topics Andrea cares about

New Vendor Sourcing
Actively and recently seeking new vendors with available inventory in women's accessories, including jewelry, belts, sunglasses, and handbags for Mandee.
Team Development
Focused on growing her department by actively recruiting for roles like Merchandise Assistant and Allocations, indicating an emphasis on building team capabilities.
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Career

Work history

4-2015
VP Merchandising
YM INC.
2-2013 - 1-2015
SVP/GMM Fashion Apparel & Accessories
Body Central
6-2010 - 2-2013
DMM Junior Apparel, Misses Dresses & Outerwear
Sears Holdings Corporation
7-2009 - 5-2010
GMM/Managing Director Fast Fashion Apparel & Accessoires
YM INC.
3-2003 - 5-2009
VP/ DMM Fashion/Juniors Apparel
The Wet Seal, Inc.
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Media appearances

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Education
BA
Union College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

S

Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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